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CPL 60.50 · Article 60. Rules of Evidence and Related Matters

Rules of evidence; statements of defendants; corroboration

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§ 60.50 Rules of evidence; statements of defendants; corroboration.

A person may not be convicted of any offense solely upon evidence of a confession or admission made by him without additional proof that the offense charged has been committed.

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Law content up to date as of October 2, 2026, as published by the New York State Senate (Open Legislation)
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https://legislation.nysenate.gov/pdf/laws/CPL60.50
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